1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DE 36 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2760 mm |
